“With a Light Heart, All Things Go as Wished; Without Possessions, One Resembles the Wise” Running Script Couplet by Wu Jinghong Dragon Soars Over the Nine Continents Sharjah Calligraphy Museum, UAE | August 2024
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Description:
This Running Script couplet reads: “With a light heart, all things go as wished; without possessions, one resembles the wise.” It reflects a philosophical view of life that values peace of mind, detachment from material desires, and the pursuit of virtue. The work encourages an attitude of serenity and contentment.
The couplet is written in Running Script (Xingshu), notable for its flowing strokes and expressive movement, merging elegance with spontaneity.
Excerpt Translation:
With a light heart, all things go as wished;
Without possessions, one resembles the wise.
Calligraphy Style:
Running Script (Xingshu)
Couplet format
Dimensions:
138 × 34 cm
(53 1/3 × 13 2/5 in)
One-of-a-kind original handwritten calligraphy work. Unframed.
About the Artist:
Wu Jinghong, a Chinese calligrapher, specializes in Running Script and Regular Script, often blending classical philosophy into her works. She is dedicated to exploring the expressive potential of calligraphy in conveying moral values and inner tranquility.